No matter what position in the hierarchy you happen to be in, endearing yourself to others is indeed a remarkable trait for anyone, especially for a working professional who happens to function in a team environment. A Natural Trait More so when you occupy a leadership position, again it is a mistaken belief that being likable is something of a natural trait, only a lucky few possess. The truth is, being likable is very much under your control, in fact, it is a matter of developing emotional intelligence. Innate Characteristics When you ask people to describe the best and the worst personalities they ...

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During the course of corporate life, many people struggle inwardly in order to feel, valued, successful, and what in their minds seems like the need to make a positive contribution to this world. Take on the World During the early days of their career, people think they are really brave, they are gung ho with youthful exuberance, recently acquired professional qualifications and an all-encompassing attitude to take on the world. Really Gutsy This ought to be the state of things, the truth though, is quite far removed from being ideal. At the beginning of their careers people think they are really gutsy, in reality, they ...

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Each and every one of us wants to get ahead in our chosen field. In order to accomplish this successfully, we need to be at the right places at the right time. The moot point is to try and develop the right mindset, you would not only taste success in the field of your choice, this attitude would stand you in good stead in life in general. The Bigger Picture Once you are able to figure out what it is that you exactly want, you ought to make a concerted plan for getting there. In addition to this, you must work really hard and stay focused on the bigger picture. ...

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When you are thinking of effecting a major professional change, the first thing that crosses your mind is the scope and magnitude, the very next thing that occurs is the need for a roadmap. As it is, change is disruptive in itself and more so, a big change is highly disruptive in nature. Preparation and Planning Well, can you prepare for a journey that you have not yet fully planned so far? Well, you may only be able to prepare in part – if not fully. As preparation and planning happen to be highly intertwined, it is advised that one starts ...

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Company culture conjures up the values, visions, symbols, systems, language, beliefs, and assumptions. As a matter of fact, company culture is a pre-existing condition firmly etched and embedded in its genetic code. It is all about a great experience within the organization, which should reflect the change, as change per-se is the only constant and it is inevitable. Fast innovation, quick iteration, and the ability to adapt to change are the new demands placed on the workplace. A sea change is being witnessed at the moment, and the need of the hour is to foster a culture that addresses rapid ...

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